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Enotecas, The Wine Bars Of Rome

Not long ago we spent an entire day walking around Rome, stopping several times for coffee with an early dinner on the Via Veneto. It was getting dark by the time we returned to our hotel but it was still too early to call it a day. We were staying only a few blocks fromContinue reading “Enotecas, The Wine Bars Of Rome”

Port of Call Naples, Italy

Visiting Naples, Pompeii & Sorrento Naples is a major metropolitan area with a number of historical sites and several nearby destinations of interest. First is Pompeii, the ancient Roman city that was buried by an eruption from Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD. Another popular side trip is to Sorrento. It is one of several beautifulContinue reading “Port of Call Naples, Italy”

Civitavecchia, Rome’s Port

Civitavecchia is a seaside city and the port serving the city of Rome. The city is serviced by frequent train service from Rome along with service to other Italian cities. The Cruise port is only a short eight block walk along the waterfront on Via Aurelia from the train station (Note: Currently the cruise busesContinue reading “Civitavecchia, Rome’s Port”

Port of Call Ravenna, Italy

Ravenna, A Jewel On The Northern Adriatic Ravenna in the northern Italian province of Emilia Romagna is a bit off usual cruise itineraries but is gaining in interest. Located only two and a half hours from Venice by train and with frequent service starting at €12 it is a popular day trip for people visiting Venice. Ravenna,Continue reading “Port of Call Ravenna, Italy”

Rome’s Enotecas / Wine Bars

After a long day walking thru the sights of Rome with maybe a late lunch on the Via Veneto what would be better than finding a wine bar for happy hour – just the perfect finish to a great Roman day. Italian wine bars are called Enoteche, an Italian word derived from a Greek wordContinue reading “Rome’s Enotecas / Wine Bars”

Cruise Port of Livorno, Italy

Livorno, Italy – Cruise Gateway To Pisa And Florence Livorno is a popular cruise port of call, primarily for its location only a short distance from Pisa with Florence, an hour away by train. Pisa is only 17 miles away and Florence is a little over 75 miles and both can be reached on theContinue reading “Cruise Port of Livorno, Italy”